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Rare Cask Ancestral 26.1 is an exceptional cognac from a single cask, patiently preserved and guided by the last three generations of Cellar Masters.
Selected by Charles Braastad, Cellar Master of Maison Delamain, this cognac has reached its full maturity a er more than half a century of aging. Each year, only exceptional eaux-de-vie that have reached their absolute peak are revealed. In 2026, one single cask was selected: Ancestral Rare Cask 26.1. An expression of rare elegance, bottled at cask strength, whose power and color have been shaped solely by the passage of time.
A cognac in its purest expression: natural colour and no added sugar.
« This cognac carries a heritage entrusted to me by those who came before. Revealing ittoday, a er decades of patient ageing, is an honour — a way of allowing the House’s history to live on. Timehas brought it to its peak, shaping a spirit of quiet depth and harmony. A cognac at the height of its maturity, marked by elegance, finesse and remarkable length."
CHARLES BRAASTAD, CELLAR MASTER
NOSE: Ripe, sometimes candied fruits led by orange, fig, and quince, complemented by refined leather and notes of aged port.
PALATE: The fruit unfolds progressively, with lingering dried apricot. Mellow integrated oak brings roundness, while buttery, savory rancio adds depth. e balance is airy and subtle throughout.
STYLE: A cognac at its peak, offering richness and precision, defined by elegance, finesse, and a long, graceful finish.